What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager - Elevator Operations & Maintenance position at Harris County?
Position Overview
The Manager of Elevator Operations and Maintenance oversees the maintenance, repair, modernization, and efficient operation of elevators, escalators, and related vertical transportation systems within the organization. This role ensures compliance with safety regulations, industry standards, and contractual agreements while managing the team and budget for elevator operations.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs of elevator systems.
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
- Ensure compliance with safety codes, building regulations, and industry standards.
- Manage contracts with third-party elevator maintenance providers.
- Conduct vendor evaluations and negotiate service agreements to achieve cost-effective solutions.
- Monitor vendor performance and adherence to contractual obligations.
- Supervise and provide leadership to the elevator maintenance team, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
- Ensure staff is adequately trained on safety protocols, repair techniques, and new technologies.
- Develop and manage the annual budget for elevator operations and maintenance.
- Monitor expenditures and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety or quality.
- Recommend and prioritize modernization or replacement projects based on system performance and lifecycle.
- Conduct safety audits and implement corrective measures for elevator systems.
- Stay updated on changes to local, state, and federal elevator codes and ensure organizational compliance.
- Investigate and resolve elevator-related safety concerns or incidents.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs.
- Prepare regular reports on system performance, operational issues, and budget utilization for senior management.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
REQUIREMENTS
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field.
Experience:
- Minimum of (5–7) years of experience in elevator maintenance, repair, or operations.
- Minimum (2–3) years in a managerial or supervisory role.
Knowledge and Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of elevator systems, components, and maintenance practices.
- Familiarity with safety codes and regulatory standards (e.g., ASME A17.1, ADA compliance)
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in maintenance management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
PREFERENCES
Experience
- Certified Elevator Technician (CET) or equivalent certification (preferred).
- OSHA or other relevant safety certification.
Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:
Full-Time | Regular | 40 hours per week.
Subject to early mornings, late evenings, weekends and holidays at times, depending upon the project or workload.
Salary:
Commensurate with experience, based on 26 pay periods.
Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure:
Most assignments will be performed in an office, meeting, or operations command center environment, but some field work may be required. May be required to work extended work hours during activation of disaster recovery operations for an unspecified length of time (varies based on the extent of the event).
This position requires bending, stooping, and lifting up to 25 lbs., frequent walking, standing, sitting, reaching, and ascending/descending stairs.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
FEATURED BENEFITS:
Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
Wellness.
Professional development opportunity.
Flexible spending account.
457 deferred compensation plans.
Retirement pension (TCDRS).
Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program).
Disability and life insurance.
Harris County is a Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
